It is time to take a stand against ageism, presently there
is a negative image of the older person in the society. The reasons can be many
but the older person himself has to take the burden of proving his utility in
the society. Although there is a physical
decline in old age however it is compensated by increase in wisdom.

Thus the contribution of the older person has to be
primarily mental. It is known that with
increasing life span the old- old (80+) are all the more prone to mental
disabilities, if they are mentally idle. The increasing numbers of Dementia and
Aliziemers are to be noted.

Currently around 105 million older (60+) persons are in
India. It is projected to be 326 million by the year 2050. Around 70% of the
older people reside in rural areas. There too majority are in the unorganized
sector mostly engaged in agriculture thus retiring only when they are
physically incapacitated .How ever with increase in literacy and the right to
education things will improve.

As per the Registrar Generals report (2011) the percentage
distribution of elderly persons by level of literacy is a follows.

It is a known fact that education has a direct impact on
the quality of life of the older person as well as on his empowerment. With the
concept of digital India and the widespread use of
mobiles and internet in rural areas the
situation can be fruitfully improved.

A two pronged approach is to be adopted. Firstly the older
person should have a good quality life and secondly he should be a contributor
in the welfare of the society. Thus Life Long Learning will be a step in the
right direction for both the approaches mentioned.

AIM.

With
this backdrop a two day seminar is being organized at the A.P.S. University
Rewa to deliberate upon the present scenario in urban as well as rural areas,
with emphasis on the latter, and also explore ways and means to enhance Life Long
Learning as a contributor to Quality of Life of the older person and also
enables him to play a useful role in the society.

Objectives

1.To study the status of learning
(literacy) in rural and urban areas with emphasis on the former.

2. To study the status and the contribution of
older persons to the society and the nation.

3.Strategies to promote Life Long
Learning.

4.Role of various stake holders in
promoting Life Long Learning amongst the older population.

5.To evaluate the various subjects useful
in Life Long Learning and their effects.

Themes of the Seminar

1.Ancient strategies of Life Long Learning
vis-a-vis old age.

2.Spirituality and old age.

3.Digital India and old age.

4.Beat Ageism

5.Role of Government and NGO’s in Life
Long Learning.

6.Life Long Learning and Quality of Life.

Participants
– Educational Intuitions, NGOs, individuals and research scholars working in
the field of welfare of older persons are invited to participate in the
Seminar.

Travel and Hospitality
– The organizers will not provide travel grants. Participants are requested to
explore their own travel grants and hospitality. The organizers will facilitate
accommodation with prior information.

Mode of Submission
- The participants are requested to submit the papers only on the themes
mentioned above. An abstract (not exceeding 300 words) of the paper should
reach the coordinator of the seminar on or before 10th Sep. 2016 by
an e-mail attachment. The abstract/full length paper must contain the title of
the paper and affiliation of author(s) and keywords. Papers are to be submitted
by e-mail todrsajjansingh@gmail.com

Time Frame

Abstract submersion - 10.09.2016

Acceptances - 20.09.2016

Full paper submission - 25.09.2016

About the Organizers

Chinmaya Sewa Trust Rewa
is a Spiritual Charitable Public Trust registered under the M.P. Public Trust
Act 1951 in 1982, with the aim to provide an environment for the spiritual
resurrection of the society and also a place where elderly people could spend
their old age in peaceful and spiritual surroundings. In pursuance of these
objectives many workshop and seminar have been held on related topics of
Gerontology and spirituality in the modern context.

Friday, June 17, 2016

Travelling
itself is a delight for one and all. It is a channel to unwind from your daily
routine. It is a golden opportunity for you to detach from life’s tensions and
worries. So, why not take this opportunity to actually travel around,
rediscover and energize yourself?

So,
let us begin our unique journey into the world around to know the real you
which lies within…

There
are several ways in which you can relax and refresh yourself. You can travel
with a group of close friends whom you meet in the park, your residential area
or in the Senior Citizen’s group. You may travel with your long time friends
(College or school buddies) as well for a change from daily routine. According
to Adam Siddiq on Lifehack.org, travelling helps to know diverse
lifestyles and cultures. Adam has quoted, “To travel is to take a journey into yourself.” – Danny
Kaye; Adam says that it is a way to rediscover yourself, make lot of friends
and experience the inter-connectedness of humanity. Moreover Katie
Leimkuehler states on Lifehack.org that travelling helps to broaden your perspective.

It is a very creative and
mentally satisfying way to experience various cultures, lifestyles and learn on
the go! It helps you to look at life from an altogether different angle at your
silver age (A creative term for old age)! The travel experiences make you learn
about the place where you stay; you also get a chance to mingle with the local
residents while finding your way to a tourist spot. And, within sometime you
start becoming familiar to the place and people. In turn, those local residents
too, become friendly with you. You can begin to live a renewed life when you
travel for couple of days. Such a renewed span of your life turns you into a
refreshed, energized person. And you happily return to your daily life with
immense satisfaction which is very essential for your good health - mental and
physical.

According to ineedmotivation.com, a quick walk is helpful for being physically fit. And,
light exercises with your doctor’s consultation and advice is also a great way
to be healthy. Apart from this, it states that actual interaction with friends
and visiting some new places with them is essential to lessen boredom. These
smart ways can help you fight boredom, loneliness and depression.

In addition to these, there
are certain hobbies which you can enjoy even on the go! Those are hobbies like
painting, paper-art like Origami or paper quilling to engage yourself in a
creative way. While, bird-watching or playing games like chess, carrom while
travelling with your friends are also lovely ways of being active.

Sneha Tipnis is a freelance writer from India. She has been writing for online writers’ platforms like writersbureau.com,
Triond, Authspot and Bookstove. She writes content for websites,
brochures, blogs and social media updates. She’s an English Literature
Graduate and Masters in Educational Technology – Computer Applications
(MET-CA). She has worked in the e learning industry for a year
pertaining to Masters Degree. She’s a student of The Writers Bureau (A
renowned Writing College in UK), Manchester, London.

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